# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Skywatching: International Observe the Moon Night
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join a global celebration of our closest neighbor in space! View the Moon through telescopes and enjoy hands-on activities.About this EventJoin us at Observatory Park, home of the historic International Latitude Observatory, for free skywatching programs! Registration is required.Be part of a global celebration of our closest neighbor in space! View the Moon through telescopes and enjoy hands-on activities for an evening that’s truly out of this world.SOME SPECIFICS:• Once it gets dark, please do not use a bright flashlight and adjust the brightness of electronic devices.• PARKING: Limited parking for those with accessibility tags is available onsite. Parking is also available at the field at the corner of DeSellum & Rt. 355 – 2 blocks from the park.• Portable bathroom will be available. There is no running water in the park. Alcohol is not permitted at events in City parks.Events at Observatory Park could be cancelled or modified at the last moment if conditions, including inclement weather or Covid restrictions limit the event. Please check the Community Museum Facebook page for last minute announcements. Those who pre-register will receive an email with event changes.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gaithersburg/skywatching-international-observe-the-moon-night/100001987152720279
- **Event Categories**: fitness
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 2 hours
  - Location: Observatory Park
  - Languages: English

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Gaithersburg
- **state**: MD
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Observatory Park
- **lat**: 39.1367133
- **long**: -77.19870279999999
- **full address**: Observatory Park, 100 Desellum Avenue, Gaithersburg, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Skywatching: International Observe the Moon Night being held?
  - **A:** Skywatching: International Observe the Moon Night takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Observatory Park, 100 Desellum Avenue, Gaithersburg, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Skywatching: International Observe the Moon Night?
  - **A:** Skywatching: International Observe the Moon Night is organized by City of Gaithersburg - Community Museum.

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